SURF YOUR CHAKRAS 2018 – RETREAT TEAM

Rob Loud

Rob is an experienced and animated yoga teacher based out of his hometown of Boulder Colorado, as well as in Denver. Popular in both cities and known for his authenticity, musical taste and light-hearted approach, Robs passion for the transformational and healing power of yoga is evident through the prioritization of his personal practice. Rob empowers, inspires, and shares his love of yoga through every connection. He describes his style of teaching as embodied power vinyasa, drawing wisdom from many yoga lineages and schools of thought. Aside from his full-time schedule at home, Rob leads teacher-trainings, national and international retreats/workshops and regularly teaches at yoga and music festivals such as Sonic Bloom, Arise Festival, Hanuman Festival and now Steamboat Movement Festival! His classes are creative, challenging, intelligent, FUN, and bring depth beyond simply the physical practice. When Rob is not teaching or practicing yoga you can usually find him meditating on his mountain bike! For more information check out his website www.RobLoudYoga.com.

Sophie Miller

Sophie is a certified yoga instructor based in Boulder, Colorado who believes wholeheartedly in the inimitable, transformative physical, spiritual, and emotional benefits that yoga is capable of providing, and is passionate about making yoga accessible to everybody and for every body.

Regularly guiding classes in public, private, and corporate settings, Sophie approaches each teaching experience with an equally open mind and heart, lending to her sense of flexibility and adaptability. Sophie has a boundless desire to assist her students in both becoming aware of the body-mind-breath connection, and applying that information in a positive and productive way both on and off the mat.

As a movement and a stillness enthusiast, Sophie’s offerings as a teacher are both vibrantly energizing and tranquility-inducing. By way of juicy holds and poetic, rhythmic sequencing, Sophie’s classes are a safe container for in which you to explore every nook and crevice of your physical, mental, and emotional bodies, should you so choose. It is Sophie’s greatest hope that each yogi she has the privilege of leading drifts into savasana feeling blissed, blessed, and empowered by the presence and potency of their own breath.

Janelle Holter

Come reset and find balance with Janelle Holter, CEO and founder of TVLA YOGA (www.tvlayoga.com) – a company based out of Boulder, CO.

Janelle is an E-RYT 200 hour certified yoga instructor. She holds accreditations in several styles of yoga, personal training, and kick-boxing; which gives her the ability to navigate a room of individuals and customize their practice for an OM-azing full-body experience.

Her passion for yoga and ability to serve as an effective teacher is apparent through her connection with students and understanding of their personal body alignment and injuries. Janelle’s classes are inspired, stimulating, and methodical in sequencing.

Through this yoga retreat you will be offered a variety of class options to cater to your personal style and wellness goals daily – whether you are looking to sweat or meditate. Janelle’s mission is to help inspire, educate, and uplift you.

As a lifelong athlete, when not immersed in the world of yoga – you can find Janelle running with her Golden Retriever Tula, snowboarding, hiking, and enjoying all the outdoor activities Colorado has to offer. When asked what she looks forward to most about this yoga retreat she replied, “I’m really looking forward to helping people find balance and feel inspired to keep doing what they do after they leave this beautiful space.”

EXTRA NIGHTS

FULL RETREAT DESCRIPTION

Sophie Miller, Janelle Holter and Rob Loud are teaming up with Balance’- El Salvador Yoga to bring you Surf Your Chakras! Treat yourself to 8 relaxing days (7 nights) with 3 of Boulder’s favorite yoga teachers in one of El Salvador’s most popular surf spots! The Balance’ Yoga studio is located in the ommm-azing surf town of Playa El Tunco. Known for its consistent surf, numerous oceanfront restaurants, bars, & cantinas and world class sunsets, Playa El Tunco truly has a style all its own!

Each day there will be two 75 minute all-levels yoga classes offered with morning sessions being more uplifting, energizing and motivating. Evening sessions will be a bit more downtempo, geared towards grounding and calming with some yin influences to relax and restore from all of your days activities. A Chakra focused theme will be weaved into each yoga session to help provide a fluid connection into the mind, body, breath experience. Whether you are looking to sweat or meditate this trio of instructors will help you elevate your exhale and get you where you need to be.

This retreat offers beautiful accommodations at a 4 star resort with a variety of room options including poolside suites, oceanfront suites, and oceanfront villas facing the endless blue waters of the Pacific. You’ll listen to the waves break in front of our oceanfront deck as you swing in a soft hammock, enjoying the sanctuary of Balancé. These luxurious suites are well equipped to make your stay exceptional, as each unit has AC, private bathrooms, purified water, premium bedding, and linens. When you are ready for your practice the beautiful yoga studio is but steps away. We include a coconut water straight from the coco daily throughout your stay as an added thank you!

During your free time you will have ample opportunities to relax in the sun, splash into surfing lessons and equipment rentals, explore Mayan ruins, discover volcano hiking trails, sightsee coffee plantations, tour the open water on a fishing boat, journey into the local culture, eat delicious and healthy native foods, and treat yourself to spa-level pampering!

ADDITIONAL INFO

RETREAT ACCOMMODATIONS

FOOD

Purified drinking water and fresh coconut water from our trees are included every day during our retreats. Each day you’ll wake up to a gourmet spread with some of the world’s best coffee, delicious smoothies, homemade nut milks, and detox drinks. A full Breakfast is included each morning for all guests at the resort and we cater healthy-gourmet dinners each night at the Retreat. Our main menu features local flavors and fresh-caught local seafood with an elegant touch. We can accommodate vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free & dairy-free diets as well as any food allergies. Just let us know what you need. Our chef, Mauro Bernal, was trained in Los Angeles but is native to El Salvador. His “midas-touch” will bring joy to your palette. Mauro constantly surprises us, transforming the simplest ingredients into edible works of art.

SURFING

The surf in El Salvador is nothing short of world-class. We have a great group of surf instructors that have been working with our customers for 10+ years. Guys like Bamba, Pedro, Avión, and Juan Carlos are just a blast to be in the water with. You’ll remember their smiles, energy and great attitudes forever. Apart from great leadership and coaching skills, these guys are phenomenal surfers. We’ll have you surfing quickly, having fun, and improving for your next surf session. We take you to nearby uncrowded beach breaks, where you’ll have the waves to yourself. There you can practice and hone your skills before testing what you’ve learned at our famous point breaks!

EXCURSIONS

The retreat includes free time for you to take advantage of all the great activities and trips available in El Salvador. A-la-carte, you can reserve surfing lessons, board rentals, day trips, additional massages (1 massage is included in the retreat package) and other fun activities easily online once you are in El Salvador, or you can reserve them in advance.